10 Facts about Luka Modric

Check Facts about Luka Modric if you want to know the professional footballer who plays for Real Madrid. In the national team of Croatia, he serves as the captain. He was born on September 9th, 1985. In most games, he is employed as a central midfielder. However, he sometimes earns the role as defensive midfielder. The birthplace of Modric was located in Zadar.

Facts about Luka Modric 1: the first club

In 2002, Dinamo Zagreb signed him due to his amazing performance in the youth team in his hometown club.

Facts about Luka Modric 2: a loan player

Modric became a loan player for Zrinjski Mostar and Inter Zaprešić while still being a part of Dinamo Zagreb.

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Facts about Luka Modric 3: the debut with Dinamo Zagreb

In 2005, Modric made his debut with Dinamo Zagreb where the team earned three domestic cups and league titles. In 2007, Modric was called the Prva HNL Player of the Year.

Facts about Luka Modric 4: Tottenham Hotspur

Modric was signed by Tottenham Hotspur. He relocated to this Premier League club in 2008. He had amazing appearance with the Spurs. Tottenham Hotspur reached the first appearance on UEFA Champions League led by Gareth Bale and Modric.

Facts about Luka Modric 6: the “Best Midfielder”

Facts about Luka Modric 7: the international appearance

The international appearance of Modric was with Croatian national team. In March 2006, Croatia had to face Argentina. Since the first debut, Modric was seen in other international games like FIFA World Cup 2006 and 2014. In his home country, Modric earned the title as the Croatian Footballer of the Year five times.

Facts about Luka Modric 8: a new contract

Modric and Real Madrid had a new contract signed on October 18th, 2016. He will play for Real Madrid until 2020.

Facts about Luka Modric

Facts about Luka Modric 9: the 2016 FIFA Club World Cup

Real Madrid was the winner for FIFA Club World Cup in 2016. The performance of Modric was awarded with a Silver Ball.